Ky 1689 over N Elkhorn Creek
PoorPosted for loadFranklin County, Kentucky · 250 Ft E of US 460 · Structure no. 037B00032N
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 265 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,672
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ky 1689 over N Elkhorn Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Ky 1689 over N Elkhorn Creek in Franklin County, Kentucky. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,672 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,672 by 2041. The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
No coordinates are recorded for this structure.
Condition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ky 1689 over N Elkhorn Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ky 1689 over N Elkhorn Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Ky 1689 over N Elkhorn Creek carry?
About 1,672 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Ky 1689 over N Elkhorn Creek?
The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Ky 1689 over N Elkhorn Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.